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CX57 VRW

2008 Jaguar Xj

Black Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2024
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

131,461 mi
Last recorded131,461 miles
Recorded on20 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xj69,682 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX57 VRW
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 May 2023 131,461 miles
Fail 13 May 2023 131,460 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 May 2021 126,898 miles
Pass 2 May 2020 113,139 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 May 2019 109,841 miles

both front tyres sidewall damage

brake pipes corroded

rear discs corroded

Fail 10 May 2019 109,836 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

both front tyres sidewall damage

brake pipes corroded

rear discs corroded

Pass 21 May 2018 106,561 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 18 May 2018 106,561 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 100,346 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm2mm3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 24 Feb 2017 100,284 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure bulged with a deep split inner shoulder (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate screw loose but supported

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm2mm2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm2mm3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 90,975 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 17 Feb 2016 90,972 miles

Offside Front Outer Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Jan 2015 79,584 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES 2,6MM X RIP ON O/S/F TYRE OUTER WALL / BOTH REAR FLEXI PIPES CORRODING / SLIGHT WEAR IN FRONT BOTTOM ARM FRONT BUSHES

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Jan 2015 79,207 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

BOTH FRONT TYRES 2,6MM X RIP ON O/S/F TYRE OUTER WALL / BOTH REAR FLEXI PIPES CORRODING / SLIGHT WEAR IN FRONT BOTTOM ARM FRONT BUSHES

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jan 2014 61,753 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

small cut in osf tyre but not to cords

Pass 19 Dec 2012 45,976 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 65,114 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 65,114 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 May 2011 30,666 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xj?

Based on 909,077 MOT tests across 81,250 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
3,561
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
81,250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,485
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,052
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 12,020
Brake pipe excessively corroded 11,165
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 10,319
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CX57 VRW is a 2008 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2008 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 69,682 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34,485 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CX57 VRW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 18 years old, this Jaguar Xj is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was CX57 VRW registered?

CX57 VRW is a 2008 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is CX57 VRW safe to buy?

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